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Adults 50+ are invited to LEARN MORE ~ AGE LESS at OLLI Spring 2021 Online Zoom Classes

starting April 5 - May 29, 2021

The BIG SQUEEZE is not gone… – in fact, the accordion is not only alive and well, it’s available at OLLI through our newest instructor David Noferi, and his class Accordion + Music + Culture. David’s OLLI class takes one on a journey, exploring the history of the accor-dion, it’s artistry and global significance. Influential accordionists are highlighted that demonstrate many genres of music. David combines his own personal memo-

ries, along with videos and music that have not only inspired his love of the instrument, but given the accordion a significant place in world music. You may also be given a few moments of hearing the accordion-meister himself ! This is a great venue to share your accordion story; everyone has one! You might have never played an accor-dion, but would love to hear stories and learn about the cultures and world music use of this instrument. This class is for you! Read more about this entertaining teacher and his back-ground on page 8.

When Kurt Vonnegut was 15, he spent a month working on an archeological dig. His telling of the experience is worth

sharing. He says, “I was talking to one of the arche-ologists one day during our lunch break and he asked those kinds of ‘getting to know you’ questions you ask young people: Do you play sports? What’s your favorite subject? And I told him; no I don’t play any sports. I do theater, I’m in choir, I play the violin and piano, I used to take art classes.And he went WOW. That’s amazing! And I said, ‘Oh no, but I’m not any good at ANY of them.’ And he said something then that I will never forget and which absolutely blew my mind because no one had ever said anything like it to me before: ‘I don’t think being good at things is the point of doing them. I think you’ve got all these wonderful experiences with different skills, and that all teaches you things and makes you an interesting person, no matter how well you do them.’ And that honestly changed my life. Because I went from a failure, someone who hadn’t been talented enough at anything to excel, to someone who did things because I enjoyed them. I had been raised in such an achievement-oriented environment, so inundated with the myth of Talent, that I thought it was only worth doing things if you could ‘Win’ at them.”

Editor’s comment: THAT is what makes OLLI so great. We take classes because we enjoy them, and each class expands our knowledge, understanding and friendships. Our OLLI teachers share with us things they ARE good at, and we thank them.

Editor’s Comments by Rick AdamsContents

Vol. 25 Issue 3 Spring 2021

Editor’s Comments 2President’s Corner 3Executive Director’s Column 5News: Classes and Activities 4 -10 Contributors 10-11OLLI Farewells 12-13OLLI Info 13-16Registration Form 17-18Class Descriptions 19-27Special Events - News 28-29Maps / Location Info 30-31Governance 31Article Back Pg.

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OLLI at CSULBBuilding HS&D, Room 100

1250 Bellflower BlvdLong Beach, CA 90840-5609 OLLI Office : 562-985-8237

Web site: www.csulb.edu/olli

The SUN Staff Editor Rick Adams Copy Editors Elizabeth Reinhart

Sallie RodmanReporters Ed Dignan

Tom Hood Ina Levin

Greg SheaJim Worsham

Photographer Rick AdamsGraphics Harold DrabProduction Rebecca Low Writers are welcome to join the SUN staff.

Contact Rick - flygruman@hotmail.com

Rick Adams

OLLI at CSULB 2021Spring April 5 - May 29, 2021Summer July 6 - August 30, 2021Fall October 4 - November 20, 2021Winter January 3 - February 26, 2022

Holidays–No OLLI Classes Campus & Office Closed

Holiday Break Fri. Dec. 25 - Jan. 1, 2021Martin L King Day Monday, January 18, 2021Cesar Chavez Day Friday, March 31, 2021Memorial Day Monday, May 31, 2021Independance Day Monday, July 4 -5, 2021

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I hope by now many of you have received your Covid vaccinations and we are all approaching the end of the tunnel that has greatly affected our lives for the past year. Perhaps now we can plan on a more normal future. For those of you

that have suffered either sickness or a loss of a loved one, our sincerest sympathy goes out to you. Know that OLLI is here to support you. And to that end we have a wonderful spring session with over 60 interesting classes to enrich your lives. By now you are all used to having classes via zoom and this continues for the spring session, but we are hopeful that by the fall we will be back on the campus. Because our survey indicated a preference for hybrid classes when we return to campus, we are exploring how to offer both on-campus classes and some via zoom to accommodate those who prefer not to come to the campus. This will likely require some additional video equipment in Room 101. But this is a complicated issue requiring considerable thought about the format and method of delivery. Part of that planning has been to liaise with other OLLIs who have already provided hybrid classes and to meet with other SoCAL OLLIs to see what problems and solutions they are encountering. Because of your generosity and continued connection to OLLI, we have remained solvent in spite of the drop in membership by those unhappy with or unequipped to participate in on-line classes. We have realized some savings by having The SUN available on-line, thus limiting our printing and mailing costs, one of our largest controllable expenses. Our 25 for the 25th Anniversary Campaign remains intact and has grown ever so close to matching our goal. If you have already contributed, please know how grateful we are. If not, there is still time to be a donor of $25, $250 or even more or to establish a legacy gift.

We’ve recently brought on several new volunteers to our working groups. But there is always a need for more people to help keep OLLI running smoothly. So, if you have not volunteered, please consider it. We would love to work with you to find the right fit for your skills and availability. We welcome guests, especially easy now with Zoom, so consider dropping in on one of our upcoming Governing Council meetings on March 19, April 16 or May 21. The OLLI office can provide you with the Zoom link. I for one miss seeing you on campus but the Zoom meetings do provide at least some human connection.

A Message from the OLLI President Len Jacobson

Len Jacobson

Have you received a hand-written thank you note from OLLI recently? Then we say “thank you” again, because it means you have donated to

OLLI for one reason or another. In the last year, OLLI created a new Volunteer description called “Scribe.” These are the dedicated folks who create those hand-written note to thank our donors. Each month, we receive a list of donors who have sent in contributions (like for the 25th or in mem-ory of someone) and they need a great, big OLLI thank you! So keep those donations coming...and keep our Scribes busy!

Currently, we have 7 Scribes who write notes, address and seal envelopes, and get the finished product to a place to be posted. Thank you to:

• Kay Bosscher• Karin Covey• Constance Malaambo• Alan Melgaard• Barbara Norberg• Karen Pruett• Claudia Van Holt

Member Services Working Group by Barbara Norberg

can do in both the Windows and Mac operating systems.

The Cloud class is back againThis class isn’t about those fluffy white things in the sky, but computer files stored in large computers in what could be a variety of loca-tions. In fact, you probably have some of your data in clouds now and don’t real-ize it. Chris Wisniewski will explain how cloud storage works and how you can keep your computer files safe while they are in the cloud.

New Class: Browsers, Search Engines and More (4 weeks)Most of us don’t give much thought to our web brows-ers. They either come with our computers, or they are free, and they give us quick results. Browsers may sound like a boring topic but you might change your mind after you hear about the no-rules wild west of the browsers’ early days, complete with heroes and villains and a doomed company. This software became more important once companies realized access to the web was a vital part of computer use. There will be a look at current browsers and what they can do. You’ll also

discover some features of current popular search engines, including the ones with in-creased privacy features. And you’ll hear about the trailblazing California privacy rule, parts of which you may have voted for. I’ll be teaching this class.

Zoom TranscriptionThe voice transcription feature was added to our Zoom classes in January. If you took an online class winter term you may have seen the instructor demonstrate it. We’re all very impressed with how well it operates. If you haven’t seen it, a transcription of what’s being said shows up on your screen. It looks a lot like sub-titles in movies. This has to be turned on by the class host, so if you think you would benefit from seeing the transcription, please let your instructor know. Once it is turned on, students in the class can decide whether or not they want to see it on their screens. Otter Voice Meeting NotesIf you want to transcribe online meetings in other than your OLLI classes, think about downloading the Ot-ter Voice Meeting Notes app on your Android smart-phone or iPhone and use the app for video calls. This is the same software that Zoom is using. The app lets you transcribe audio in real time, with each speaker labeled in the transcript. The free version gives you 600 minutes of audio per month, and you can copy the transcripts to your own computer. Or you can pay $8.33 per month if you want unlimited minutes.

File Management for the Mac (4 weeks)If you are new to the Mac computer or you’ve ended up with most of your files on your desktop and you aren’t sure how to organize them, this class is for you! Learn how to save and move files in your computer’s Documents section. Wesley Peck’s new class will not only show you how to create desk-top and document order, but how to copy and move those files and make folders to hold them.

Microsoft Word for WIndows and MacAfter taking the winter term off, Jack Friedman is back this spring with his Microsoft Word class. Jack will show you everything that the popular word processing software

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News from the Technology Group by Kathy Winkenwerder

Kathy Winkenwerder

→ See description pages for class days and times.

Wesley Peck

Chris Wisniewski

may be put in an endowment with annual distributions to support our OLLI into the future. Every dollar do-nated to this fund brings us closer to our goal. No donation is too small. We are grateful for your generosity. • The second initiative is to register 25 legacy gifts to support OLLI in coming years. These are gifts that OLLI will receive from a will or trust upon the death of the donor. We currently receive an-nual distributions to our operating funds from two mem-

bers’ legacy endowments. Such gifts can be registered to OLLI with the guidance of Susan Berkman, JD in the University Gift Planning of-fice by completion of a short form. Such gifts can be anonymous and can be revoked at any time that circumstances dictate. If you are consider-ing a legacy gift to OLLI, please contact Susan at 562-985-5122 or susan.berkman@csulb.edu To

date we can count five gifts registered to OLLI to help sus-tain us into the future.

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From the Executive Director by Dr. Barbara White

Your Governing Council planned a gala year to cel-ebrate our 25 years as a lifelong learning institute. What began as a small Senior University in 1996, with

the support of Donald Lauda, Dean of the College of Health and Human Services, through the efforts of a succession of leaders, grew into our Osher endowed OLLI. Covid 19 only strengthens our resolve to continue to serve our members and friends within the current constraints on our program-ming. While the gala events are postponed, we have moved ahead with our two 25 for the 25th initiatives de-signed to help support our program into the future. • The first initiative is a $25,000 challenge grant provided by an OLLI member. The challenge began at the end of 2020 and will continue through 2021. Our goal is to raise the additional $25,000 to match that challenge. To date, with the generos-ity of our members, we have reached 60% of our goal. At the discretion of your Governing Coun-cil, this money will be used to cover current expenses or

Barbara White

Travel Update by Barry Bosscher

Yes, we are all looking forward to traveling again. Grand Circle Travel (GCT) is offering an opportunity to travel with other OLLI groups from all over the

country on a river cruise. The 15 day Romantic Blue Danube cruise departs on April 7, 2022. On this comprehensive four-country cruise, you’ll discover the historic capital cities of Hungary, Slovakia, Aus-tria, and the Czech Republic while relaxing on the Danube River. Currently reserved on this departure are members

from OLLIs at CSU San Bernardino, University of Richmond, Universi-ty of Miami, University of Alabama, Furman University, Arizona State University and

UC Davis. If 11 or more people from our OLLI @ CSULB sign up for the trip, OLLI will receive a check equivalent to the cost of a trip, approximately $5500. What an interesting fundraiser! For more information about the trip, includ-ing a detailed itinerary, go to https://www.gct.com/trips/river-cruises/europe/romantic-blue-danube-budapest-to-prague/2021/itineraries.

GCT is providing us with a special OLLI contact, Mi-chelle Estee, to coordinate this trip. You may contact Michelle directly at 424-321-0101 or via email at Michelle.Estee@oattravel.com. Be sure to mention CSULB OLLI.

"Times are tough right now, but that doesn’t mean we can’t look forward to better days. Give yourself permis-sion to feel the joy and excitement of making some con-crete plans to use your time off to travel this year—and tell us where you’re dreaming of - we are here to make those dreams a reality." Jennifer at Non-Stop Travel

“ You gain strength, courage and confidence by ev-ery experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, ‘I have lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along.’ You must do the thing you think you cannot do. ” — Eleanor Roosevelt

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An OLLI Author

Dr. Edgar Moran, a volunteer teacher at CSULB-OLLI since 2015, wrote a book on his life experiences, which was just published by Amazon. Here is a little

about his background and his book, My Strength in Adversity. A Tale of Tenacity.Motto:

Life is a struggle. Persever-ance and determination alone are omnipotent.About the Author:

Edgar Moran was born in Romania in 1928. He is a Holocaust survivor and lived through four Romanian

dictatorships. An idealist, he fought in the Underground Resistance during World War II. After the war, he was very active in the Zionist Youth Orga-nization, which caused him significant difficulties under the Soviet-dictated communist regime. He studied and practiced medicine and after 6½ years of perseverance, he received his permit to leave Romania for Israel. He served as a doc-tor in the Israeli Navy and then studied Anatomic Pathology at the Hebrew University Medical Center in Jerusalem. He specialized in medical oncology at the University of Chicago, where he taught until 1976 when he came to California and established the first medical oncology service at the City of Hope Medical Center in Duarte, California. As a professor of medicine at the University of California, Irvine, he dedi-cated most of his professional life to the care of US veterans, to cancer research, and to teaching medical students and young doctors. He has two adult sons, Daniel and Andre, and lives with his wife, Huguette, in Long Beach,where he lectures at OLLI @ CSULB.About the book My Strength in Adversity. The book is a series of short stories from the life of the author that covers his years growing up under four dictatorships. He reveals his life during World War II in his native Romania where he suffered as a Holocaust survivor. Some of the events described were pleasant and some were life-threatening. These are stories from a world far away, full of persecution, suffering, and a fight for survival. These are stories of fighting against injustice, and of the redeem-ing force of human dignity. His development as a physician and cancer specialist in the USA tells another set of stories of perseverance to attain an ideal. His successful medical career and noteworthy life may serve as an inspiration to young people at the beginning of their careers.

Dr. Edgar Moran

Creative in a PandemicThere are so many talented members at OLLI and many have discovered those talents in this time of pandemic. Too much "alone time" has resulted in beautiful creations.

Why Practice Tai Chi Chih?By Rosemary Lewallen, January 2021

My body movements are joyfully

flowing to the soothing sounds of a flute.My serenity muscle is flexed.I feel grounded to the earth,

to the bubbling springs of life,connected to my breath and my body,

disconnected from the cerebral.Motions slow and deliberate

promote balance and harmony,freeing me, if only temporarily, from clutter:

emotional clutter,material clutter,mental clutter,

relationship clutter,and allowing my true self to emerge.

For me, Tai Chi Chih is a full-body prayer,

an oasis of peace in a chaotic world,an antidote to dissension and stress.

This Mindfulness Practice is a tool thathelps me put things into proper perspective,

brings relaxation and fosters meditation,giving me energy to tackle

the day's tasks anew,refreshed and renewed.

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World War II in Film by Paul Killins

Fact or Fiction?

War movies are one of most popular film genres. Many of them are quite entertain-ing, but are they reasonably factual? As an

amateur military historian, I often critique the war movies I watch...although I haven't published the results or sent letters to the Directors - yet!

For example, the 2001 film, Pearl Harbor, presents a heavily fictionalized account of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. It was largely panned by

the critics and a Rotten Toma-toes critical consensus reads, “Pearl Harbor tries to be the Titanic of war movies, but it’s just a tedious ro-mance filled with laughably bad dialog. The 40-minute action sequence is spectacular, though.” You might try out that movie to get you into the mood for this class.

Paul Killins

→ See class description on page 21

My thoughts for each class are to introduce a film, watch it, and we will be our own critics and give it our review. Questions to address include:Is it an entertaining film?Is it based on a true event or events?Is it historically accurate?If it is not historically accurate, why? I think it will be a fun class and quite doable from the safety and security of our homes via Zoom. We have allowed extra time to view the movie - I will host it so no need to find it ahead of time. Join in and be a film reviewer too!

Stand Tall and Become Strong! by Rick Adams

Lorraine Goldman leads Stand Tall, Stand Strong, an active class that integrates stretching, coordi-nation, stability and strengthening exercises. She

designed the class about 25 years ago for seniors when she was a staff Physical Therapist at Long Beach Memo-rial Hospital Rehabilitation Dept. Lorraine was later employed at Seniors’ Choice Physical Therapy at Seal Beach Leisure World Medical Center. Upon retirement, a friend and colleague from Leisure World suggested she try Not Your Daughter’s Yoga at OLLI (still being offered by instructor David Hennage). It was easy to see the senior community

in Long Beach was interested in health promoting activities. And so Lorraine offered to bring Stand Tall Stand Strong to OLLI. It is a full-body exer-cise routine to promote good postural habits, develop flex-ibility, strength and balance to foster safe execution of daily activities.

Lorraine was born in Brooklyn, NY. She later earned her MA at Universi-ty of Minnesota, Minneap-olis and went on to earn an Masters in Physical Therapy from Chapman/Childrens’ Hospital (as it was then known). She subsequently earned a certificate as a Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults from the APTA. When not involved with OLLI classes, Lorraine enjoys baking, hiking, practicing the recorder, and visiting, when possible with friends. She also find time to take OLLI classes and often assists David with the Yoga class. Lorraine thanks everyone who has been so supportive of Stand Tall Stand Strong. Keep that healthy routine going!

Lorraine Goldman

→ See class description on page 19

The world has been in vari-ous states of “COVID -19 lockdown” since Febru-

ary of 2020, and the OLLI com-munity at CSULB has not been exempt from the impacts. Following the guidelines from the University, OLLI "pivoted" to online classes. We tracked the pandemic statistics, did our best to stay safe, and evaluated our options for getting “back to school.” It’s a year later now, and wearing masks, washing hands, social distancing, and searching for vaccine appoint-ments are ingrained habits. But we also got back to school! OLLI jumped on the Zoom bandwagon quickly, and hours of dedicated research and prep work in Spring 2020 paid off so we could get together in over 40 Zoom classes for our regular Summer session. Many thanks to the OLLI staff, Instructors, Tech Advisors, and CSULB IT team for learning a whole new technology, and enabling OLLI to meet our mis-sion goals around lifelong learning.

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– in fact, the accordion is not only alive and well, it’s avail-able to OLLI through our newest instructor David Noferi, and his class Accordion + Music + Culture. Like millions of kids growing up in the 50’s and 60’s, David had a unique musical alignment with the accordion. He received his first accordion at the age of seven and was

encouraged by his family (strong Italian roots) to take lessons. It was tough trying to be cool with the popular-ity of the guitar and the rock-n-roll scene in those days, but Dave found gigs playing for such occasions as wed-dings and local parties with a play-list consisting of old standards, ethnic music ( Ital-ian, Latin, French ) plus popu-

lar music of the 60's/70's. The highlight culminating in a three-year gig with a trio at an Italian Restaurant (of course Italian!) in the Boston area. An architectural graduate of the University of Or-egon, David went on to practice architecture with a Seattle-based firm, opening their Los Angeles Office in 1991. Upon landing in Los Angeles, David rekindled his musical interests and became an accordion junkie, collecting accordions, memorabilia and learning repair skills. David is the current president of the Los Angeles Accordionaires Club, managing their newsletter and social media. He is a regular attendee of the annual Cotati accordion festival in Sonoma County, playing in the evenings at a local Italian restaurant with other accordionaires. I met and worked with Dave as an architectural colleague, discovering along the way his accordion prowess (always bringing out his accordion to play at our Friday hap-py hours), and as you would expect, segueing into my own passion for music. My wife Pattie and I found overlaps with David and our own music, which included a french music repertoire; hence, the acoustical group Second Wind was born. David, Pattie and I, along with our bandmate Tom, have been playing in the Long Beach scene, as well as SoCal festivals, for over 10 years. David’s OLLI class Accordion + Music + Culture takes one on a journey, exploring the history of the accordion, it’s artistry and global significance. Influential accordionists are highlighted that demonstrate many genres of music. David combines his own personal memories, along with videos and music that have not only inspired his love of

The BIG SQUEEZE is not gone… by Marc Davidson

the instrument, but given the accordion a significant place in world music. You may also be given a few moments of hearing the accor-dion-meister him-self ! This is a great venue to share your accordion story; everyone has one! Oh yes, what would an article on the accordion be without some humor: What is the definition of a gentleman?Somebody who knows how to play the accordion, but doesn't.What’s the difference between an accordion and an onion?No one cries when you cut up an accordion.

What’s the difference between a banjo and an accordion?The banjo takes longer to burn.What is an accordion good for?Learning how to fold a map.

→ See class description on page 25

David Noferi

Reflections by Ed Dignan

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More Reflections on Zoom by Ed Dignan

Special kudos to the many Members who optimistically (usually!) worked through countless issues to participate in classes and return us to a semblance of OLLI’s commu-

nity atmosphere. You updated or purchased laptops, desktops, handhelds, and phones. You found quiet spaces in bedrooms, offices, garages, kitchens, and closets. You bought green screens or cleaned up the clutter in your camera’s range. You attended OLLI’s Zoom training classes that started with a lot of “what the heck?” and ended with “I got this!” And you helped move your in-person book clubs, breakfast crews, and cocktail hours with your new-found skills, like “Click the microphone at the bottom left to unmute,” or “Hit Gallery View at the top and you’ll see everyone.” The SUN talked with several OLLI members recently to get some perspective about their 2020 Zoom class experience. John Halligan is a retired Police Officer who had been keeping busy by taking as many as nine classes per session. He said, “OLLI has been a life saver for me since my wife passed away,” and he was on campus some-times six days a week. Prior to Zoom classes, his computer experience was mostly group e-mail exchanges with former co-workers, but he transitioned to Zoom pretty quickly on a Mac desk-top with a little help from his kids and grandkids. He has enjoyed Yoga and Current Events classes. His fa-vorite this session is Rabbi Perelmuter’s Secrets of the Bible, with the Rabbi’s special blend of faith and humor. John especially ap-preciates the OLLI Hosts and Co-Hosts, acting behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly. For future sessions, John hopes OLLI can continue to Zoom, because it is convenient and there are no parking issues. But he plans to be on campus as often as possible too, especially for the social connections, but also for the candy in the office. Good priorities, John! Carol Gibson has been an OLLI member for about five years. Her previous screen sharing experience was mostly Face Time with the kids, but thanks to OLLI training sessions, was able to migrate to her iPad and computer without much problem. She is delighted with Zoom, and sees it as a great way to stay connect-ed. Carol currently takes the Geopolitics and Digital Privacy class-es, as well as Lorraine Goldman’s Stand Tall, Stand Strong. She really appreciates the exercise class since she can’t go to the gym, and compliments Lorraine’s expertise: “She is so knowledgeable and gives us such specific information on muscle groups and what to pay attention to, even though she cannot see us” A retired edu-cator, Carol hopes both Zoom and on-campus classes are in OLLI’s future. “In person helps keep up the social connections, but Zoom

is so convenient!” She lives close enough to CSULB to walk but knows that others who need to find parking will appreciate not having to drive to campus for each class. Downey residents Mimi Yusem and husband Alex have been OLLI members for about seven years. A former teacher, Mimi picked up some Zoom experience when her book club be-gan meeting that way, so Zoom at OLLI was seamless. Alex had no Zoom experience, however, and he really appreciates all the effort from the OLLI staff. “They provid-ed just what he needed” to get up to speed. After OLLI’s training ses-sion, he got some help from Mimi for his first class or two and has been on his own ever since.Mimi and Alex like the Zoom class offerings. With on campus classes, they would drive together and attend the same classes or classes that were at the same time. But with Zoom, they have been able to take two or three separate favorites at times of their choosing, resulting in multiple topics of conversation to share over dinner. Kathleen Olinger did not require any help with Zoom at OLLI, thanks to “tutorials” from family during the early stages of the pandemic. She also took advantage to learn about Zoom at OLLI. Kathleen loved being on campus, interacting personally and

just being around youthful vibes, but found that the Zoom OLLI classes were very sat-isfying - easy to attend, no driving, parking issues, “just my desk and my Mac.” As a re-sult, she has taken more classes than ever. “I’ve done Current Events for several years, and still enjoy the back and forth. The other classes I’m now taking are the Secrets of the Bible (love it and the rabbi), Geopolitics (dit-

to) and Naida Tushnet’s Friday class.” And Kathleen extends her thanks to the Instructors and cohosts: “They have clearly got this down; you could see how they adapted and changed as needed.” The OLLI staff continues to work on enhancing the Zoom experience, as well as to evaluate options for a hybrid approach if and when COVID restrictions ease. Regardless of the result, it’s clear that the OLLI member-ship has the for-titude for what-ever comes their way.

Additional Donors - Winter 2021

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2020 Biennial Survey Results by Barbara White

Every two years we survey our membership in order to (a) describe member demographics, (b) better understand and meet our members’ needs, and (c) continue to improve and

grow our program using data to drive our decisions. Because our membership decreased in 2020, likely due to the suspension of all on-site classes, we sent the survey to non-renewing members as well as current members. Despite this, our response rate (N=404) was 53% less than in 2018. Here are selected results of this most recent survey rounded to the nearest whole number. 21% of respondents were non-renewing members (N=80). Major reasons for this were the pandemic, no interest in online/Zoom classes at all -- or those that were available, lack of equipment to access online classes, or family responsibilities.7% of respondents consider themselves to be members of the LG-BTQ community.

66% of respondents were White non-Hispanic, 4% Hispanic, 2% Asian, 1% African American, and 27% other or prefer not to state

Consistent with previous years, the majority of mem-

bers (75%+) state they heard about OLLI through word of mouth – let’s keep talking!

84% of members now register online and 68% of current mem-bers took 1-2 classes in the Fall 2020 ses-sion. 11% of current members (N=34) in-dicated they take nine

or more classes in a typical year. 91% of all respondents were ex-tremely/very likely to recommend OLLI to others, including 96% of current members. This year we were very interested in your experiences with the Zoom platform. The data was encouraging. Data from current members indicated that only 39% took our Zoom training classes, however, 88% participated in a Zoom class. When asked, on a scale of 1-10 how difficult it was to learn Zoom basics, 80% rated it not difficult and 3% difficult/very difficult. 87% had no technical concerns using the Zoom platform. Problems members did identify included equipment, internet connections, and pri-vacy concerns (Our current policy is NOT to record classes, and no classes will be recorded without students being able to opt out).

Satisfaction with Zoom classes was also high. On a scale of 1-10, satisfac-tion was high or very high for 69% of respon-dents and disappointing to 2%. On another scale, 80% were likely/ex-tremely likely to recom-mend zoom classes to friends/colleagues and 3% were not at all/very unlikely to do so. Among all respondents, 46% own a PC and 42% an Ap-ple/Mac computer, while 10% own both, and 2% no computer. Respondents also own a variety of mobile devices.

And finally, we asked all current and past members upon return to the classroom, which class delivery modes they will be most interest in. These data open up new opportunities for your OLLI at CSULB.

William Teweles Brenda ThomasonBecky Thorn Mary Kay Toumajian Tuition for an OLLI course

Sue TravisYvonne TroutmanNaida Tushnet Jack Upshaw Joseph Urcis Marilyn & Lance ValtClaudia Van Holt Joan & Joseph Van HootenJeanMarie VanDineBarbara VangsnessMaureen Vastardis

Janet Wallech Carol Walter YuPing Wang Harriet Warner Jerald Warren Ann Weiss Suzanne White Barbara White Dale Crandall WhitneyMerideth Wiberg Louise Wilde Carol Willner Robert Winer Honoring my parents,

Joseph and Esther Winer

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WINTER 2021 CONTRIBUTORS ** With thanks to ALL of you, including our Anonymous Donors. All contributions

support the successful programs and facilities for educating seniors.

Jane Adair Cindy Ahn Debra Albrecht Nadine Allen Peter Alper Gay Anderson Shane Andre Christine Applequist Shelley Arnold Karen Asraf Joe Avalos Sallie Bakovic Laureen Ball Michael Barme Maxine Barton-Bauman Carl Becker Thanks for everything you do!

Barbara Becker Claire Beekman Robert Berman Nessa Bernstein Stephen Biskar Barbara Blum Mark Bollman Linda Bolt Kay & Barry Bosscher Susan Bouris Tina Bowman Eileen Braeman Ellen Brannigan Francoise Bressel Marjorie BroadhurstLynn Brubak Nancy BuchananMaggie Buika Nancy Burke Arlyss Burkett Robert Cannon Norman Cantor Steven Carr Linda Carr Christine Carson Mae Chu Nettie Coleman Karen Como Kimel Conway

Barbara Cooper Susan Cooper Ann Courtney Robert Crabb Richard Crowe Susan Csikesz Gloria CulpepperRandolph CurrinGloria Curry Carl Curtis Ginny Cusenza James Dagen Fannie Daly William del CastilloPaula d’HulstDavid DeWenterAnn DuniMary Kate DunnCarolyn Estrada Toni Evans Kathy FagenLinda Fell Miryam FernandezTricia Fierro Lloyd Fox Dale Freeberg Dave Frick Theresa Furlow Taylor Gaskins Reggie Gates Jeffrey Gholson Carol Gibson Harvey Ginns Judy Glaister Jerry Glass Alan Gold Marty Gonzalez James Gonzalez Carole Grant Jan Green Peter Greenthal Brian Griffith Frances Gross Douglas Haigh John Halligan Roberta Hamfeldt

For ErikRobert Hannan Charlotte Hart Deborah HastingsDonna Hawk David Hennage Linda Henry JoNell Hickok Larry Hicks Sally Hirsch Mark Holden Barbara HolmesGary Hoyt Betty Hutchens Janet Ibison Judie Irving In Memory of Fred &

Dorothy Smith, my parents

Elisabeth Ito Diane Ito Len & Sherry JacobsonArthur Jean Paul Jeffers Bruce Jeske Lesley Johnson Joan Kahne Claudia KaneshiroCarol Kanode Carol Kile Paul Killins Joon Kim Jakyung Kim In Memory of Steve Maleski

Stephen Klein Barbara Koehler Rachel Korkos Marilyn Krafft Patricia Kruger Karen Larson Pamela LeonardoLinda Leventhal Ina Levin Gael & Glenn LibbyBill Lindsay Janet Lipson Rebecca Lizardi

Thomas Lockhart Judy Lorber Karen Lucas Darlene Lunde Barbara Maas Joe MacDonald Constance MalaamboSylvia Manheim In honor of Jack Blecher, the

first Editor of the SUN, and Syd

Benowitz, first Chairman of the

Membership Committee.

Suzanne MaricichKaren Marshall Kerry Martin Ken Masukawa Joan Matthews Lela Matthews Richard McCabe Lydia McCoy Glori McCune For Technology

Jutta McMenaminMary Meyer Barbara MikalsonSusanne Milkes Barbara Millman Diane Moos Edgar Moran Carol Motry Nancy Mullio Gary Murph Robert Murrin Bernard NatelsonMyles & Yvette Newborn Linda Newton Donna Nicholson Barbara Norberg Vicki O'Toole Patricia Omel Deborah Osborn Susan Pack Mona Panitz Jean Peacock Jim Peightal Muriel Pendleton

Wendy Porter Karen Pruett Jody Ramsey Cheryl Redgate Arlene Rees Elaine Richmond Cheryl Rodi Diana Rodriguez Peter Rosenwald Ignacio Ruiz Carolyn Sabol Bruce Saltz Sharon Schaap Gail Schmoller Trina Schneider Brian Schoelkopf Margaret Senneff Marion Shanker Marilyn Shaw Leonita Sianez Marian Siegel Renee Simon In Memory of Jack Blecher

Joan Smith Sherri Sobel Louise & Christian SoePhyllis Spear Marica Spralja Jan & Norma SteinStefan Steinberg For Hard

Working OLLI Volunteers.

Carol Stone Elise Storey Martha Strapac Lowell Street Jon Stroosma Bonnie Strutin Alexandra SullivanSteve Sumpter Mary Suttie Sam Sutton Patricia Szeszulski Debbie Teran Janice Teraoka

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OLLI Farewell It is with great sadness that the family of Shirley Collins announces her passing on Friday, January 29, 2021, after living with Alzheimer’s disease for many years. She was 94 years old. Shirley was born in Newport, Rhode Island in 1926 growing up with her mother and three sisters after her father died when she was only seven years old. She lived in Washington, D.C. for a time before moving to New York where she attended NYU and received her bachelor’s degree in Education. She met her first husband Harold Collins there, a well-known artist and political activ-ist in Long Beach. Shirley obtained her MA in Library Science from CSULB. She worked for many years as a teacher in Los Alamitos at Hopkinson Elementary School, and then as the librarian for the Media Center there. Shirley was a driving force in the establishment and success of Senior University which later became Osher Lifelong Learning at CSULB. She was a founding volunteer and member along

with Max and Rae Freedland, Eileen Benjamin, Harold Katz, Sylvia Manheim, Lynn Perlman, and Louise Wilde. Shirley was the first chairman of the Curriculum Committee establishing the program for the very first Senior University session in October of 1996. She continued to be an active member volunteer for many years serving two terms as the president of the governing council and as a member of the 10th Anniversary Planning Committee. Shirley was well known for her formidable intellect, her great generosity, and for being a loyal and loving friend, wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Shirley had a love for all people, a big heart, a brilliant smile and a wonderful laugh. Her memory will be a blessing to all who knew her.

Volunteers All by Barbara Norberg

I volunteer because... to help others Sparks Joy for me, and while I help others, I am learning from those I am with.- Gloria Curry.

My wife and I love to travel so we were eager to be a part of the OLLI Travel Commit-tee. When a passion merges with an opportunity, it does not feel like a task, but rath-er a productive and gratify-ing use of my time, which as a retiree I have a lot of. - Barry Bosscher

I was an elementary school teacher for 24 years and still volunteer to work with children at Kettering School and Rising Tide, a program run out of an inner city church. I do love working with kids. On the other end of the spec-trum is OLLI. Learning new things has been a joy. We love to see our community, our country and the world. Joining the travel committee was a natural thing to do. Helping is my nature...whether it’s planning a trip or writ-ing thank you notes (that is keeping my cursive going!). - Kay Bosscher

Why I volunteer? — sharing and serving doubles the positive energy. From my can-dy-stripe days to sexual assault victims advocate to R.N./hospital advocate, my life is enhanced by volunteering.Why I volunteer at OLLI? I am able to share my knowledge and expertise through teaching classes I am passionate about. Great mentors, flexible class scheduling, wonderful staff (paid and volunteer) — all enhance a wonderful volun-teer experience at OLLI. - Constance Malaambo

I am a volunteer with OLLI because it is a wonderful organization that helps older people continue to learn. I strongly support its cause and I am glad to help. It is an honor to volunteer with OLLI. - Karen Pruett

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OLLI Farewells Dick Blankenship passed on December 20, 2020 after a long, rich life that touched and warmed many. He was born in 1932, the third of six children, all of whom pre-ceded him in death. The times were hard, but Dick always spoke warmly of his early years, going to beaches and dances with siblings and friends. He proudly served in the US Air Force in Korea, as a tail-gunner in a B36 bomber. After military service, he took advantage of the GI bill to become the first person in his family to graduate from college. He earned an engineer-ing degree from Cal State LA. He worked for years in the commercial pump industry. Dick met his bride Grace Sanzo in a dance hall, and persuaded her to join him at the beach so he could check her out in a bathing suit. They enjoyed 61 years together. He and

Grace raised their children in Arcadia, a wonderful community, where they also enjoyed frequent outings to Santa Anita racetrack and summer vacations in Long Beach. In 1989, they realized their dream of buying a home in Belmont Shore area of Long Beach. They enjoyed full-time beach life for more than 30 years. This included their OLLI “school family” attending senior classes at Long Beach State. Their home served as a gathering place for family and friends, and Dick never tired of inviting grandchildren to “come to the beach house.” In the last few months of his life, Dick renewed his interest in raising Burmingham Roller pigeons, and the birds brought him much joy. Dick is survived by his wife Grace, son Rick and daughter Joan, as well as 5 grandchildren . . and Pepe, his beloved cat. There will be a service at sea at a later date.

Memories of Dr. Milford Wyman by Mona Panitz

We called him Doctor Mil, a beloved member of our Short Story class. At the first class meeting he explained, “I’m here at the urging of a good friend, who said my personal-ity needed rounding out, after a life-long concentration on science and medicine.” Mil was in his mid eighties then. He’d introduce medical and psychological diagnosis of the stories’ characters. He gave us a new way of seeing and analyzing characters’ motives and personality. Milford Wyman was born in a small town in Il-linois. His parents were Jewish immigrants from Poland who came to America in the 1920s. He and his brother faced anti-Semitism at school, as the only Jewish kids and indeed the only Jewish family in the town. They were able to thwart hatred and gain respect by becom-ing basketball champions in high school. He was six foot three inches tall and very strong. Mil chose to open his cardiology practice in San Pedro, shunning wealthier areas, stating “I wanted to practice among working-class people who were mostly immigrants.” A search of his name on Google gives you an idea of how he changed the treatment of heart disease, not only in San Pedro, but far beyond. Mil died in Janu-ary 2021, a beloved father of three devoted sons and their wives and children. He was a valued friend. Mil was 93 years old.

A Tribute To Toni by Larry Hicks All of us have lost a very Dear Friend! Toni Evans passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, just before Thanksgiving. Toni was a longtime dedicated OLLI member, instructor, and coach. In 2003, the day after I retired from teaching, I visited Cal State-Long Beach to enquire about OLLI... The first person that I met, sitting in the computer lab with a “mile-of-a-smile”, was Toni Evans. We instantly

connected! It was the beginning of a special, eighteen year friendship. We shared very similar artistic interests: Toni, very talented in drawing and painting, and I as a striving photogra-pher. Toni’s interest in photography grew over the years. When I became an instructor at OLLI, I asked Toni if she would consider coaching in my photography class. She made an im-

mediate impact on my students. Her expertise in composition was most invaluable. Her patience, graciousness, and incredible sense-of-humor, were contagious! Students constantly migrated to her, not only in class, but also in Friday’s Computer Open Lab. She would spend all day assisting students, coming in at 9 am and staying until 6 pm. She truly loved everything about OLLI, especially her students. Over the years, Toni would share some beautiful stories about her French up-bringing, her nursing profession, and above all, the lov-ing relationship with her wonderful husband, Jerry. She would just “light-up” at the mention of his name while relaying stories of their courting days, their wedding, and their many travels together. A very powerful trait in Toni was her spirituality and strong religious convic-tions. My wife, Cathy, and I will always miss our very “special” friend. There is truly another angel in heaven!

Registration starts on

Friday, March 12 9:00 AM - ONLINE open

Helpline 562-985-2398 Office message line 562-985-8237

√ Identify the classes that you want to take. √ Register online for ease and speed! ONLINE payments require credit card and a personal email for payments

√ Mail your registration form and payment to the OLLI office address on the registration form. No cash payments are accepted at this time.

√ Mailed payments must be by check. Make checks payable to: CSULB Foundation ~~~~~~ • Membership is open to adults 50 or older. • Paid Membership is required to take any classes. • Membership is $40 for a full year (September 1 to August 30). • Membership is pro-rated to $20 for half year (Register in March for Spring / Summer). • All classes have a $15 tuition fee • Name Tags for members are not available now. Keep your old ones as “forever” proof of OLLI membership. DO make sure to add your name to the Zoom windows as you log on.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute has 501 (c)(3) non-profit status.Fees and donations are tax deductible as allowed by current law.

Vision: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at California State University Long Beach is dedicated to promoting the positive aspects of aging. We offer an environment that fosters personal growth and promotes individual empowerment. Lifelong learning is celebrated and human potential is nurtured.

Mission: The mission of OLLI is to provide quality educational opportunities for older adults by offering a broad spectrum of programs.

Policies and ProceduresClass LimitsEnrollment in all classes with limits will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Wait lists will NOT be kept for FULL classes. Check The SUN or online for class limits. Zoom classes may NOT be audited. NOTE: Please keep OLLI financially healthy by registering and paying for all classes. Computer ClassesSome classes have minimum enrollments. If enrollment is not met one week before the first class meeting, the class may be cancelled. Students will be notified and refunds can be issued.Returned Check PolicyThe Foundation charges $7.00 for a returned check. You will need to pay for the check amount plus $7.00. This fee may be changed by CSULB at any time. RefundsRequest for refunds or class transfer must be made before the second class meeting. All refunds must be requested through the office. Contact olli@csulb.edu.DisclaimerOur instructors come with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and influences. We strive to provide diverse views while maintaining the highest quality of excellence in all classes. The views of the instruc-tors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute or CSULB.

Scholarship PolicyOLLI @ CSULB offers scholarships for those who need financial assistance to participate. Anyone who applies and is approved for a scholarship will be eligible for a membership and discounted class tuition for the remainder of the membership year. Recipients pay a 10% co-pay for each course taken. For further information, please call the OLLI office to receive the Scholarship application prior to registering for classes for the first time.

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OLLI Registration Spring 2021

Returning Members Renew membership if you didn’t in the Fall

DO NOT CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT!! Step 1 Welcome- Read The SUN and select your classes. - Go to the OLLI website csulb.edu/olli OR Google OLLI @ CSULB- Click the Register link on the web page and have your credit card handy!

Step 2 Login- At upper right click LOGIN and enter your Username / Password. - OR choose Forgot Password and enter your email. You will be sent a link to Reset your Password. Follow the directions to create a password

New to OLLI - Never attendedBuy a NEW membership at any time!!

Step 1 Welcome- Read The SUN and select your classes. - Note your selections on the Registration Form. Have your credit card and email address handy. - Go to OLLI website csulb.edu/olli OR Google OLLI @ CSULB- Click the blue Register link on the web page

Step 2 Login- At the upper right, click New User? Start Here- Fill in all the required personal and address information including new Username and Password.- Click Submit. You now have an OLLI account.- Click to buy your Membership at any time.

Instructions: Register online using a credit card Call OLLI if you have questions about your account status before starting. (562-985-2398)

Step 3 Pay the OLLI membership fee ($20) if you have not yet paid for 2020-2021.- Click Membership at top of the page. Membership must be bought before any classes. - Semi-Annual membership is $20. Click Select. Then Continue. Enter your email address to get a receipt.- Fill in credit card information. Click Continue Checkout. Review information. - Click Submit Payment. Wait for processing! - You may complete this transaction at any time to be ready for class registration.

Step 4 Register for Classes starting on March 12 - 9 am

- Select Session. This term is Spring 2021. Search for a class by day (easiest).

- To enroll, click Register. - To sign up for more classes, click Search, and repeat the process. - When you are finished registering, click Checkout. All classes are listed in the checkout window.

Step 5 Checkout - Enter your email address for the receipt. Fill in all credit card information. Click Continue Checkout. - Review your payment information. Click Submit Payment. - Wait patiently for the process to finish! Congratulations! You are enrolled at OLLI!- Record your Username and Password so you can return as needed to add classes or to Donate.

- You may view your transactions when Logged in - Click on your name and view My Account.

OLLI Online Registration Spring 2021 Use ONLINE Registration.

Want to register online but need some help?

Call the Helpline - 562-985-2398

Leave message or email... olli@csulb.edu

Pay by check made out to CSULB Foundation Mail check and Registration form to

OLLI at CSULB Building HS&D, Room 100 1250 Bellflower Blvd Long Beach, CA 90840-5609

Note your OLLI User Name /Password for future ONLINE Registration.

Email _____________________________________

User Name ________________________________

Password ________________________________

Emergency Contact: Enter in ProClass also!

_____________________________________Phone: Relationship:

_____________________________________u Pictures and videos are taken periodically of the classes and special events. If you DO NOT want your picture or video included in OLLI’s newsletter, website or brochures a Waiver form is available in the office.

Tips for Successful Registration:

* Fields with red asterisks must be completed.

* Enter personal info in upper/lower case style.

* Enter email correctly - you will be emailed a receipt.

* Check your SPAM mail for OLLI emails.

Be patient with credit card transactions and let the

process complete

Write down your User Name and Password..

Tips for Successful Zooming:How to register for OLLI Zoom classes at CSULBSign up for classes the way you always have by registering online, or by mailing a registration form and check made out to the CSULB Foundation.

After you register, you will receive confirmation emails that includes a Zoom web address for each class you’re enrolled in. The link will look some-thing like this: https://csulb.zoom.us/x/11111111111.

FREE classes on how to ZoomOnline instruction will cover everything needed for you to get to class. There will be plenty of time before a session to become familiar with how Zoom works. Look for an OLLI email with Zoom training links for March. Classes will begin April 5.

Getting ready for a Zoom class meetingA few minutes before a class is due to start, -make sure your device is on and a power cord is handy - have the Zoom web address from the OLLI letter - be camera ready from the waist up! Then follow the directions below.And don’t worry about how the class is conducted. Your instructor will tell you how his or her class will work. The format may seem a little strange at first, but after a while you will forget that you look like a member of the old Hollywood Squares game show.

Join a class meetingThe easiest way is to locate the Confirmation Letter that was sent from OLLI and use the class link to start Zoom. The Passcode and Meeting ID are included in the link. For Join a Meeting - use the ID and Passcode from this same letter to enter the meeting.- Save the Letter in an email folder or copy it to a Word doc/Notepad file on your desktop. The same link will be used for all weeks. - Create a calendar meeting and include the Link.- If you cannot hear the audio or cannot get into the meeting, close all Zoom windows and try the link again.

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OLLI Membership $20.00 ___________ Only if you have not paid for 2020-2021 membership

Class Tuition _________ x $15.00 ___________ Donation $ __________ Note: Contributors will be acknowledged in our publications. If you would like to remain anonymous check here. o

NO Cash Check # ___________ Total $ ______________ Make checks payable to CSULB Foundation

Name: ____________________________________________________________ Date: _________________

Address: _______________________________________ City: _______________________ Zip: ____________Home Phone #: _____________________________Cell phone #: _______________________________ Email: ______________________________________

TIME CLASSES Instructor CommentsMONDAYS, April 5 - May 24

8:30-9:50 Stand Tall, Stand Strong (Day 1) Lorraine Goldman Exercise bands needed8:30-10:00 Browsers, Search Engines & More Kathy Winkenwerder Tech - 4 weeks April8:30-10:00 What's New in iOS 14 Kathy Winkenwerder Tech - 4 weeks May9:30-11:30 Bridge 1 with LB BC Hank Dunbar Add $20 Fee to LBBC for access10:00-11:30 You’ve Been Pop Culture’d Kelsey Uyeda New topics!11:00 - 12:30 Games Big Corporations Play Diane Keenan NEW - 7 weeks 1:00-3:00 Construct a Personal Junk Journal Sheryl Haglund NEW - Supplies fee approx.$25 1:00-2:30 We're Talking Food Yesmean Rihbany NEW ideas every week1:30-3:00 Samsung Smartphone Basics (Android) Richard Sherwood Tech - Phone S series 3 - 101:00-2:00 Bluegrass Guitar Workshop Frank Swatek, Jr. NEW - no charge for trial class2:00- 4:00 Folk Guitar 1 C. Lowe/Frank S Beginners2:30-5:00 Movies as Cultural Commentary Linda Carr NEW - films screened in class

OLLI Registration Spring 2021 April 5 - May 29

TUESDAYS, April 6 - May 25 8:30-10:00 Beginning iPhone (iOS) Kathy Winkenwerder Tech - iPhone 6 or higher10:00-11:30 Time & Navigation Len Jacobson Updated 10:00-12:00 Microsoft Word (Windows and Mac) Jack Friedman Tech - 6 weeks11:00-1:00 Watercolor Painting Anne Kupillas Supply list from instructor12:00-1:30 Spanish Story Time Pam Kiwerski New stories each week1:30-3:00 Beginning & Intermediate Mac Chris Wisniewski Tech - New for Mac users1:30-5:00 WWII Films - Facts or Fiction Paul Killins 3.5 hours as needed2:00-3:30 Foundations of Investing Andy Dilsaver 7 wks 3:00-5:00 Writing Creative Non-Fiction Sallie Rodman Email needed for submissions3:30-5:00 The Cloud: What is it....? Chris Wisniewski NEW Tech - 3 weeks April

3:30-5:00 Digital Privacy and Computer Security Chris Wisniewski Tech - 5 weeks start 4/27

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OLLI @ the BEACH Spring 2021

FRIDAYS, April 9 - May 28 9:00-10:30 Becoming Wise Carolyn Estrada NEW

10:30-12:30 Jewelry Making A-Z Belinda Belisle Supply list from instructor

11:00-12:30 Writing for Wellness Joan Smith Email needed

12:30-1:45 Yoga on a Chair Claudia Ellano-Ota12:30-1:20 Bluegrass Guitar 2 Frank Swatek Choose your class

1:30-2:20 Bluegrass Guitar 1 Frank Swatek Stay for one or more.

2:30-3:30 Bluegrass Old Time Jam session Frank Swatek Email needed for music

1:00-3:00 Short Story Discussion Group Fern Ramirez Book purchase recommended2:00-3:30 Classics of the American Screen Jeff Hathcock Use YouTube movie rentals

THURSDAYS, April 8 - May 27 9:30-11:00 Memoir Writing: A Novel Approach Jo Fitzpatrick /Pam K. Email helpful9:30-11:00 Law Enforcement: The Good, the Bad.... Julio Nunez NEW10:00-11:30 Shoot and Edit Videos with Devices Perla Gutierrez Tech- Android / iOS10:30-11:45 Yoga: Not Your Daughter’s David Hennage12:00-1:30 Current Events and Issues Mary M./Barbara M12:00-2:00 Guided Autobiography Nicole Moore 5 weeks start 4/151:30-3:00 Apps and Social Media Perla Gutierrez Tech - Android / iOS1:30-3:00 Accordion+Music+Culture David Noferi1:45-3:00 Travel without Luggage Jackie Baird-Bunker NEW destinations2:00-3:00 Poems of ee cummings and Yeats Bernard Natelson NEW poems - 6 weeks2:00-3:30 Prevent Heart Disease and more Wendall Covalt 3 weeks - May 6 - 13 - 203:00-4:30 Financial Rules of the Road David Bassett-Parkins3:00 - 5:00 Alcohol Inks Workshop Lisa Malmsten NEW- $25 fee for supplies

WEDNESDAYS, April 7 - May 26 8:30-9:50 Stand Tall, Stand Strong (Day 2) Lorraine Goldman See equipment needed10:00-11:30 Healthy Not High Holly Weber 6 weeks 4/7 - 5/1210:00-11:30 Zen Meditation Yukinori Yokoyama NEW on Zoom10:30-12:00 Geopolitics Update Dick Lunde NEW info - No pre-requisite12:00-2:00 Artists Meet-up Yesmean Rihbany Painting and more12:30-2:00 Stay Calm & Garden On Tom Hood NEW1:00-2:45 SIx Stories - Six Weeks Mona Panitz 6 weeks -4/7 - 5/121:30-3:30 About Mental Health in a Pandemic Garland Holt NEW - 6 weeks2:00-3:30 Folk Guitar II: Beyond Strumming B.Bradshaw/C. Lowe Same day & time2:00-3:30 Estate Planning 101 Susan Berkman2:00-3:30 File Management for Mac OS Wesley Peck Tech-Mac 4 weeks April3:00-4:15 Tai Chi Chih Elizabeth Preston All levels

SATURDAYS, April 10 - May 29 10:00-11:30 Timeless Fashion Kathy Marshall 3 weeks- May 1-8-1510:00-11:30 Connect with Your Grandchild Rosalba Trujillo All ages and stages

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Stand Tall, Stand StrongThis is an active class which inte-grates stretching, coordination, sta-bility, and strengthening exercises. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and appropriate footwear. Have available water, a sturdy chair, and an exercise tube or band. Bands should be LIGHT resistance if there is an underlying medical condition that precludes effort of more than 10 lbs. OR MODERATE resistance for those accustomed to working out. The bands need to be 5 to 6 feet long, have soft grip handles, and a scrunchie cloth cover if possible. Exercise cords are available through online sources. Class limit: 50Instructor: Lorraine Goldman, MPT, retired, Certified Exercise Expert for Aging AdultsMondays, April 5 - May 24 & Wednesdays, April 7 - May 26 8:30- 9:50 AM

What’s New in iOS 14 (iOS) (4 wks) Here we go again. The iPhone operating system had its yearly update last Sep-tember. Features in this new operating system include: an App Library, home-screen-customizing widgets that come in different sizes that you can stack, a translate app. Learn new features in at the Home app for smart homes, sleep monitoring tools in the Health app, the ability to pin conversations in Mes-sages, security and privacy upgrades, and much more. Prerequisite: Have an iPhone 6s or newer. Class limit: 15Instructor: Kathy WinkenwerderMondays, May 3 - 24 (4 weeks)8:30 - 10:00 AM

You’ve Been Pop Culture’dWe will explore the pop culture topics in the following order: music, dance, film,television, social media, K-Pop, nerd media, Disney. The goal is to learn and understand the significance of each pop culture topic and how pop culture is universal and not defined by age or generation. The knowledge obtained will strengthen and improve multigenerational relationships, espe-cially with grandchildren, and encour-age participation in multigenerational settings and form multigenerational friendships Class limit: 30Instructor: Kelsey Uyeda, MS Gerontology CSULB, BA Music UCLAMondays, April 5 - May 24 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Browsers, Search Engines & More (4 wks)A web browser is one of the most important pieces of software on all our devices, but it’s one we don’t pay much attention to it because it usually does what we want it to. It’s free, one usually comes with our device, and it always seems to work. Learn about the wild west of the early browser wars and which browsers, now with more features, are available now. A search engine comes with your device too, but there are plenty of others to choose from that have more functions, which we will cover. The “more” category includes an update on the ground-breaking California Consumer Privacy Act that went into effect this year, other privacy initiatives, and the murky world of ebook ownership. Class limit: 40Instructor: Kathy WinkenwerderMondays, April 5 - 26 (4 weeks)8:30 - 10:00 AM

VIRTUAL CLASSES Spring 2021

Bridge 1For new players and those who have played previously. Learn to play bridge the modern way. Each class includes the play of 8 hands per topic, including introduction to bridge, opening a major, opening a minor, no trump, Stayman, transfers, opening leads, attitude, card-ing, 1 NT Forcing and 2 over 1. Lessons and discussion will be using Zoom. Hands will be played using Bridge Base Online. An additional $20 fee must be paid to the Bridge Center to cover online costs. Contact the Long Beach Bridge Center for more details: Hank Dunbar (whdunbar@verizon.net) or Sharon Biederman (akiba1708@yahoo.com) Instructor: Hank DunbarMondays, April 5 - May 24 9:30 – 11:30 AM

Games Big Corporations PlayHow did Amazon, Google, Apple, and Microsoft gain their size and success? How did Jeff Bezos build a $300 billion fortune? Changes in technology have in-creased the market power of large global companies. Called monopolies or oligop-olies these concentrated industries are becoming more common and may be contributing to growing income inequal-ity in the United States. Other notable oligopoly industries are in film and tele-vision, recorded music, wireless carriers, airlines and pharmaceuticals. In this class we explore how large companies came to dominate their industries. Did these large corporations gain market power by hook or crook? How can Antitrust laws protect consumers? Should large merg-ers be prohibited? These economic is-sues affect us all. Class limit: 60Instructor: Diane KeenanMondays, April 5 - May 17 (7 wks) 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Folk Guitar IDust off that old guitar and let’s play! This class offers a chord-based approach to learn guitar from the ground up. The emphasis will be on folk, coun-try, blues and early pop music. Read-ing music or tablature is not required. All you need is an acoustic guitar and your enthusiasm! Class limit: 25Instructor: C. Lowe & F. SwatekMondays, April 5 - May 24 2:00-4:00 PM

Construct a Personal Junk JournalEver wanted to create your own journal from start to finish? Here is your oppor-tunity. Construct a journal using found, new and recycled materials and record your memories, ideas, and inspirations. It will be your own personal creation to keep, save for someone special or use as a gift. You will:*Choose a subject or purpose for the journal*Decide what materials you want to use.*Collect the supplies/materials /tools you will need.*Assemble the materials*Create a cover (front and back) and binding*Start filling it up. You will need basic card making and craft skills for this class. Students will choose between three journal styles that can be completely individualized. Each week we will work to assemble the journal. There will be work to be completed each week outside of class. You will need a basic tool kit with the following: scissors, ruler, pencil, eraser, double sided tape, 12 inch paper cutter and any personal craft supplies. There will be a supply kit for the class costing between $25 and $30 dollars and we’ll make arrangements for pay-ment and pickup. After registering, you can start col-lecting things you may want to put into your journal like old pics, letters, mem-orabilia (tickets, programs), ribbons, flowers, newspaper etc. Also: Poetry, quotes, drawings, art work, pictures from magazines or books that you love. Look up Junk Journals on Pinterest to get ideas. The more you have ready, the better you can start the project.Questions? Contact sherylhaglund@verizon.net Class limit: 10Instructor: Sheryl HaglundMondays, April 5 - May 24 1:00-3:00 PM

Samsung Smartphone Basics (Android) Explore how a Samsung smartphone works. Learn what you can do with yours, what comes with your phone, what apps are, and how to download them. Get comfortable with the touch screen and practice using it. Learn tasks besides making and answering phone calls or texts. Check mail, use the camera, browse the web, play games, listen to music, and get direc-tions from a map. Prerequisite: You must have a Samsung brand smart-phone Galaxy series. Class limit: 12 Instructor: Richard SherwoodMondays, April 5 - May 24 1:30 - 3:00 PM

We’re Talking FoodDo you enjoy baking, cooking? Are you curious and interested in expanding your culinary repertoire? Do you like to learn and share ideas? Then you have found the right place. Each week we’ll discuss food-related topics, including hearing from guest speakers, watch-ing demos, sharing recipes, discover-ing new sources and ideas, and being sounding board for challenges and ideas. The group will help shape the focus and content. This workshop is for all levels of cooks, bakers, foodies, so join in the conversation. Class limit: 30Instructor: Yesmean RihbanyMondays, April 5 - May 24 1:00-2:30 PM

Bluegrass Guitar WorkshopTime for questions and personalized Zoom lessons with Frank - no charge Class limit: 20Instructor: Frank SwatekMondays, April 5 - May 241:00-2:00 PM

Movies as Cultural CommentaryMom and Dad on the 20th Century Big Screen...How do these films reflect the zeitgeist of their time (and why are we laughing—or cringing—now?) Films will be shown in class. Class limit: 501. Mother, 1996. Debbie Reynolds, Albert Brooks A comedy for us all.2. Mildred Pierce, 1945. Joan Crawford as film-noir mother.(Anne Blythe, Eve Arden)3. Rebel Without a Cause, 1955. JamesDean, with Jim Backus as mid-century father.4. Kramer vs. Kramer, 1979. Dustin Hofman, M. Streep define gender roles in the family.5. A Raisin in the Sun, 1961 Family, class, and race to the middle class. 6. American Beauty, 1999 Be best! Confor-mity in a world of beauty. Oscars: Best picture, director, actor, screenplay, cinematography.7.45 Years, 2015 A film to remember, a British film about remembering.8. Our Souls at Night, 2017 The parent-hood police. Now in the 21st Century?Instructor: Linda CarrMondays, April 5 - May 24 2:30-5:00 PM

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Watercolor PaintingDeepen your skills and broaden your portfolio through weekly painting in the medium of watercolor. Each week, we will paint a different subject together. Subjects will range from still life, figure studies, landscapes to abstract works. Come paint together while utilizing different techniques. Provide your own materials. For newcomers to the medium a list of suggested materi-als will be made available prior to the first class. Questions? email instructor at anneqpdraws@gmail.comClass limit: 32Instructor: Anne KupillasTuesdays, April 6 - May 2511:00 – 1:00 PM (new time)

Beginning iPhone (iOS)Just get your phone and haven’t had time to learn how to use it? This begin-ners’ class will concentrate on some of the most frequently used iPhone apps. You’ll see how to make phone calls, read, send and receive email and texts, manage content, search the web, enter text, use maps to get around, orga-nize your apps, and get familiar with some of the settings. We’ll talk about making Zoom calls on your phone. Prerequisites: have an iPhone 6 or higher. Make sure your phone is charged / keep the charge cord handy. Class limit: 15Instructor: Kathy WinkenwerderTuesdays, April 6 - May 258:30 – 10:00 AM

Spanish Story TimeThis course will introduce participants to a different piece of children’s literature each week. Each selection will be used to improve Spanish skills by focusing on vocabulary development and comprehen-sion. The instructor believes in a natural approach to language acquisition, encour-aging all participants to be fully engaged in activities in an environment where they can also practice their speaking skills regardless of their current fluency levels. Class limit: 15Instructor: Pam KiwerskiTuesdays, April 6 - May 2512:00 - 1:30 PM

Beginning & Intermediate Mac Learn about and grow comfortable with the Mac’s basic user interface and many of its built-in applications. This class covers how to use the Dock, Finder windows, menus, keyboard shortcuts, and Siri, Apple's automated helper. We’ll cover Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Messages, and Photos—and how to synchronize those data with your mobile device(s). You’ll also learn how to browse web sites, and create and save documents, and how to personalize the Mac’s interface to reflect your interests and needs. There will be handouts and an opportunity to have your questions answered. Prerequisite: Use any Mac from 2012 or newer, MacBook or iMac, and running macOS version 10.12 or higher (Sierra, High Sierra, Mojave, Catalina, or Big Sur). Class limit: 15Instructor: Chris WisniewskiTuesdays, April 6 - May 251:30 – 3:00 PM

Time and Navigation: The Untold Story of Getting from Here to ThereInspired by a Smithsonian Museum exhibition, we will survey both time determination and navigation and show how the two disciplines converge to enable today’s phenomenal capabili-ties. Modern society is highly dependent on having both accurate timekeeping and precise positioning and navigational awareness. This class covers the history of both timekeeping and navigation from the earliest endeavors of mankind to safely cross the vast oceans to land, sea, air and space travel using today’s satel-lite navigation systems. Class limit: 98Instructor: Len Jacobson, MSEETuesdays, April 6 – May 2510:00 – 11:30 AM

Microsoft Word (for Windows /Mac)Microsoft Word is a word processing application that allows you to generate a wide variety of documents, including letters, resumes, and more. This class will introduce you to the features and functionality in MS Word, including how to create, edit, format, print and save documents, align text, insert pictures and links, create lists, columns and tables. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of file management on your MS Windows or Apple Mac device. Class limit: 15Instructor: Jack FriedmanTuesdays, April 6 - May 11 (6 wks) 10:00 -12:00 PM

World War II in Film—Fact or Fiction?Are you interested in World War II history as told through film? We will watch eight films with World War II topics and discuss the film afterwards to assess whether the film was historically technically factual. In addition, we will vote on each film and determine if it was a good story and a fun or interesting film to watch. Instructor: Paul Killins, B.S. Engineering Design; M.B.A. Technology Management, former Naval OfficerTuesdays, April 6 - May 251:30 – 5:00 PM (3.5 hours to allow for film showings)

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Stand Tall, Stand Strong This is Day 2 of an active class which integrates stretching, coordina-tion, stability, and strengthening exercises. See Monday description. Class limit: 50Instructor: Lorraine Goldman, MPT, retired, Certified Exercise ExpertMondays, April 5 - May 24 & Wednesdays, April 7 - May 268:30-9:50 AM

Foundations of Investing Covered in this class will be essential investing and opportunity exploration in today’s market post COVID. Increas-ingly volatile markets create opportuni-ties and potential pitfalls. This course will address various stock selections, bonds, and other investments; with focus on using that income to fund retirement. Learn how to read financial statements and to translate confusing financial jargon. Social Security/long term care will be included, as well as ways to maximize benefits. Informa-tion will include the role of a financial advisor and identifying fees and costs. Time will be allotted each session for individual questions and answers. No products or services are sold, endorsed, or marketed. Class limit: 25Instructor: Andy Dilsaver, CFP®, Financial Advisor (7 wks)Tuesdays, April 6 - May 182:00 – 3:30 PM

Writing Creative Non-FictionDo you have a personal experience you’re itching to write? Want to share your memoir with your family or the world? Entertaining an idea for a “how-to” magazine article? Then this class is for you. We welcome first-person sto-ries, memoirs, persuasive op-ed letters, and magazine articles. Book chapters up to 2,000 words are permitted (no poetry). Stories are read in class for sharing, editing, and gorilla critiquing. For those wishing to publish, markets are suggested. Access to Word and email required. Class limit: 12Instructor: Sallie Rodman, Cert. Professional Writing, published 50 Chicken Soup for the Soul anthologies, magazines, websites. Honorable men-tion Writers Digest Annual ContestTuesdays, April 6 - May 253:00 - 5:00 PM

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TUESDAYDigital Privacy & Computer Security: Easily protect your identity, data, and devices from hackers, thieves, scoundrels, and snoops (5 weeks)Don’t just sigh and worry—take charge of your online life! There are remarkably easy ways to protect your identity and data in this new, digital wild west world we’re living in. Learn, simple, practi-cal, and safe ways—including password management—when using your smart-phone, tablet, computer, and home automation device so your privacy is protected and your worries eliminated. Learn how to more privately surf the web, safely purchase items on websites or apps, share photos, and exchange private and personal data with only the persons and companies you choose. There will be lecture and discussion and lots of handouts. Class limit: 20Instructor: Chris WisniewskiTuesdays, April 27- May 25 (5 wks)3:30 – 5:00 PM

The Cloud: What is it, where is it, and why should I care? (3 weeks)“The Cloud” has become a common-place but too often confusing term that’s mentioned with respect to per-sonal computing. All online services use “cloud-based” technologies, so it’s important to discover not just the fea-tures that cloud computing brings but also the problems and trade-offs that come with it. This short class will give you a better understanding of cloud computing including how it affects what you do on your computer, mobile phone, tablet, television, and smart home devices. Most importantly, you'll learn how to control what information is placed in the cloud and how to make private the information you put there. Class limit: 20Instructor: Chris WisniewskiTuesdays, April 6 - 20 (3 wks)3:30 – 5:00 PM

NOTE: See article on page 6 about Dr. Edgar Moran's new book. He credits Sallie Rodman and the OLLI class with assisting him in publishing the book.

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Artists Meet-Up (All levels) Join in to create a space to paint, draw, and create using any and all media. Come and learn from guest speakers or peers! While there is some formal instruction, all students contribute to the class by sharing experi-ences, exchanging ideas, feedback and cri-tiquing each other’s work. All are welcome. Class limit: 40Zoom Room Coordinator: Yesmean RihbanyWednesdays, April 7 - May 2612:00 – 2:00 PM

Stay Calm and Garden OnIt goes without saying that for the past year, gardening has been a great way to get outside during the pandemic. But it doesn’t have to be limited. Visiting unexplored public gardens and neighborhoods is a wonder-ful way to incorporate new ideas for your own property. This class is for all kinds of gardeners, experienced or not. If you are not currently garden-ing, you may enjoy learning about new exciting recipes, how to arrange cut flowers or watch as fellow students share pictures of their gardens. ZOOM video field trips may include: Arlington Gardens and the Storrier Stea-rns Japanese Garden in Pasadena, the LB Community Garden, the Fullerton Arboretum, Santa Barbara Botanical Garden, Rancho Santa Ana Botanical Garden, A neighborhood walk in Park Estates and Los Altos, and possibly, The Mary Lou Heard Memorial Garden Tour. New topics for this class include: basic cut flower arrangements, and soup making! We'll share favorite soup reci-pes. Class members automatically qualify for “Tom’s tomato drive-by giveaway” in July. Class limit: 30Instructor: Tom Hood Wednesdays, April 7 - May 2612:30 – 2:00 PM

Healthy Not HighThis course will highlight details of can-nabis history as well as marijuana research that has been done in the US and through-out the world. Recorded as early as 2350 B.C., cannabis (marijuana) was used to successfully treat a myriad of medical and psychological conditions. When it became illegal in the US in the 1930’s, an entire generation was propagandized with mis-information about this amazing plant. De-mystifying the many “dangers” of using the plant and the anti -viral properties of cannabis will be addressed. When can-nabis should not be used will be covered. Finally, we will cover conditions for which research demonstrates cannabis to be beneficial. Class limit: 30Instructor: Holly Weber, RN, LCSW, PsychoanalystWednesdays, April 7 - May 12 (6 wks)10:00 – 11:30 AM

Zen MeditationJoin this Soto Zen Missionary and Long Beach Buddhist Church resident priest in unlocking the secrets of Zen. He will show us the way of the Soto Zen and will share the practice of Zazen and mindfulness. Class limit: 20Instructor: Rev. Yukinori Gyokei YokoyamaWednesdays, April 7- May 2610:00 – 11:30 AM

6 Stories - 6 WeeksThe birds are singing and spring is springing, so why not sign up for Six Stories-Six Weeks? Be treated to tales that will delight you and ignite you, by authors you’ve read before and some you never met...And the pleasure will be all yours! Class limit: 16Instructor: Mona PanitzWednesdays, April 7 - (6 wks) 1:00–2:45 PM

Geopolitics UpdateGeopolitics is the study of the effects of Earth's geography on politics and interna-tional relations. Dick returns to offer insight and inspiration. We will cover topics that include: Four Super States Status, Cyber Security, The US Military Mission, The US Global Mission, Technology Trends, Immi-gration/Refugees. Attendance at previ-ous classes is not required. Class limit: 80 Instructor: Dick LundeWednesdays, April 7 - May 26 10:30 – 12:00 PM

Folk Guitar II: Beyond StrummingReady to move on to the next level? Add some sophistication? Learn some solo leads for your repertoire? Join us if you want to play rich, guitar-based Americana music -folk, blues, country, acoustic rock. Instruction will be chord or song-based and is designed for int. to adv. players who want to broaden their skills. We will introduce you to Flat Picking & Finger Style Techniques, Tablature, Licks, Fills, Intros and Outros, Bass Runs, and Chords beyond 1st Posi-tion. Skills will be built for performance opportunities within the OLLI commu-nity and beyond. Class limit: 15 Instructors: Brian Bradshaw & Craig Lowe Wednesdays, April 7 - May 262:00 – 3:30 PM

Memoir Writing: A Novel ApproachIf you have memories you would like to share with family, friends, and/or col-leagues, then this is the class for you! Class members write their own unique memoirs at home. Each author then has an opportunity to read his/her piece in class and receive gentle, constructive suggestions and feedback in a support-ive environment that inspires every-one to discover their own voice and effective writing style. Class limit: 20Class Leaders: Jo Fitzpatrick & Pam KiwerskiThursdays, April 8 - May 279:30-11:00 AM

Law Enforcement: The Good, the Bad and Sometimes the Ugly Law enforcement faces a daunting task every day, 24/7. This course will provide a historical view of "these United States" from pre-colonial times to today. We’ll investigate topics like: How did law enforcement even come to be. Who con-trolled it. When and where did modern policing begin. How do we respond today. We will review how homicides are inves-tigated, human trafficking, gangs, drugs, extremist groups and what they mean to law enforcement. We'll also take a look at new tools and technology used in the investigation of crime and identification of criminals in order to bring them to justice. Class limit: 50Instructor: Julio Nunez, BS Crimi-nology CSULB; MPA Public Admin. emphasis Criminal Justice USC; 26 years law enforcement; 16 years fraud investigatorThursdays, April 8 - May 279:30-11:00 AM

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File Management for the Mac OS (4 weeks)Learn how to de-clutter your comput-er’s desktop and organize your files so you can find things. We will show how the Mac’s file manager (Finder) can be used to help arrange your files and cover the various ways it can view the contents of your computer. Learn how to copy and move your files and see what options are available to help protect your data. Note: This is NOT for the iPhone or iPad! Prerequisite: Ability to navigate within the Mac operating system Class limit: 12Instructor: Wesley PeckWednesdays, Apr. 7 – Apr. 28 (4 wks)2:00 - 3:30 PM

Tai Chi Chih, for beginners and returning students.A dedicated mindfulness practice culti-vates compassion, inclining us to treat ourselves and one another with greater kindness. Mindfulness is similar to learn-ing a musical skill, it brings joy and grows with daily practice.The T’ai Chi Chih, (TCC), practice consists of movements focused on circulating and balancing Chi, or the vital life force energy, (the body’s intrinsic energy). TCC consists of 19 stand-alone movements and one pose that can be done by almost anyone and particularly accessible to the aging population. It incorporates ancient energy movement principles (called yin-yang principles.) Please, wear comfort-able clothing. Course handouts will be available. Class limit: 40Instructor: Elizabeth Preston, Accredited T’ai Chi Chih instructor;50 years teaching experience with AdultsWednesdays, April 7 to May 263:00-4:15 PM

Estate Planning 101Planning to support major life events such as retirement or your estate is more than just choosing financial and investment tools. Before answering the question of which tool to use, we need to determine who in our lives should get an inheritance, when should they get it, what and how or in what form they should receive it, and why they should get it. All of that may influence how we set up our own retire-ment and, eventually, our estate plans. Our values /visions of what impact an inheritance might have and how we want to be remembered influence the “who, what, when, why and how” questions. This class will examine the questions and provide tools to deter-mine these answers. Class limit: 50Instructor: Susan BerkmanWednesdays, April 7- May 262:00-3:30 PM

THURSDAYAbout Mental Health in the PandemicWhat has the Pandemic done to our Mental Health? What are so-called Mental illnesses? And why are there so many stigmas behind these con-ditions? As seniors, many of us have become more isolated. We humans are social creatures. The isolation and social distancing called for under the Pandemic is resulting in depression and other conditions. Yet, because of the stigmas connected to mental problems, we do not talk about it. We need to talk about it and about what measures can be taken to help us. First, we'll explore the current defi-nitions of mental conditions. Misun-derstanding and stigmas are a major factor behind the failure to treat condi-tions and getting help Class limit: 50Instructor: Garland Holt, BA (Psych), MPA, Psy.D.Wednesdays, April 7- May 261:30-3:30 PM

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THURSDAYAccordion + Music + Culture; connecting the dotsThis course is an overview of the accor-dion and how it is embraced in cultures throughout the globe. Whether you are a student of history or different cultures or simply curious about the instrument, you will find many points of interest across many genres of music. Classes consist of story-telling (sometimes humorous) supported by music videos to provide audio-visual examples. Open discussion is encouraged. Class limit: 12Instructor: Dave NoferiThursdays, April 8 - May 271:30 – 3:00 PM

Yoga: Not Your Daughter’s...Participate in a relaxing, fun way to stay young in body, mind, and spirit. No body is too old or stiff for yoga. All levels are welcome. Learn basic yoga skills and philosophy, including how to breathe and exercise your way to improved mobility and health. Class limit: 50Instructor: David Hennage with Lorraine Goldman Thursdays, April 8 - May 2710:30 -11:45 AM

National & International Current Events & IssuesStay informed and have your say on the news of the day. Instructors will choose a few current event topics each week, give a brief presentation for each and then ask for thoughtful comments and ques-tions from the class. These discussions are much valued and are the core of the class. Class members are also encour-aged to choose a topic of their own and present it to the class for discussion. Class limit: 50Class Leaders: Mary Meyer & Barbara MikalsonThursdays, April 8 - May 2712:00–1:30 PM

Travel Without LuggageCome travel the world from the comfort and convenience of YOUR home. No fear of losing your passport, drinking the water, standing in line for a long flight in a tight cabin, leaving you with swollen ankles and feeling jet-lagged. Each week we'll find out about and travel to another part of the world. Jackie will choose from her collection of films. We'll announce the destina-tions at the first class. Class limit:80 Your Guide is: Jackie Baird-Bunker, local filmmaker Thursdays, April 8 - May 271:45 - 3:00 PM

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Guided AutobiographyThe course is based upon the work of Dr. James Birren, a professor and pioneer in the field of Aging Studies. GAB is a semi-structured process of recalling, writing, and sharing one’s life story based on universal themes provided each week. You will be provided with writing tips, creative exercises and tools for writing your own life story. You will return each week with a two-page story based on the theme provided. Each member will share his/her story and receive positive feedback with assured confidentiality. No need to be a talented writer, just tell your own story. Class limit: 8Instructor: Nicole MooreThursdays, April 15- May 13 (late start - 5 wks)12:00-2:00 PM

Apps and Social MediaEver been curious about an app, but don’t know how to start using it? Join this class to learn about popular free apps like Skype, Whatsapp, Linked In, YouTube, Uber, Google Maps, or Eventbrite. What are gifs or memes? How do you navigate the huge choices at Amazon, the App Store or Google Play Store. This will be a hands-on class where you can practice using the apps you choose. Learn using any computer or device. Class limit: 20 Instructor: Perla GutierrezThursdays, April 8 - May 271:30 – 3:00 PM

Shoot & Edit Videos with your Devices (Android, iOS)There are lots of good reasons to take videos of your family and friends. Document a birthday, your grandson’s first bike ride, or a special trip. Learn how to take amazing videos with your smart-phone. This class will cover filming tech-niques, smartphone video apps, making a script, music and voice recording, editing techniques, and how to post your finished product on Facebook or YouTube. Classes will include exercises on each topic. Please make sure your smartphone is charged for class. Prerequisite: Be comfort-able using your Android phone or iPhone. Class limit: 20Instructor: Perla GutierrezThursdays, April 8 - May 2710:00 – 11:30 AM

Poems of e.e. cummings and W.B.YeatsWhen I told an OLLI classmate I intended to teach a poetry class on e.e. cummings, he said: “The one who had a broken typewriter.” Of course, he was referring to the unique syntax that cummings created in his poetry. William Butler Yeats was an Irish poet, a pillar of the Irish literary establishment, and one of the foremost figures of 20th-century literature. Learn 3 or 4 NEW poems of each poet at different stages of their lives. Class limit: 20Instructor: Bernard F. Natelson, M.B.A., Psy.D.Thursdays, April 8 – May 13 (6 wks)2:00 – 3:00 PM

Jewelry From A-ZHave you admired a piece of jewelry but wanted it to match your colors? Have you wanted to explore a new medium and create art you can wear? If so, this class is for you! We will explore jewelry making from A to Z, learn a variety of techniques including how to create the perfect necklace and create unique jewelry pieces. Belinda is a fiber artist by training and has been studying jewelry making and design for over ten years She enjoys creating jewelry from various and inexpensive objects. Class limit: 20Instructor: Belinda K. BelisleFridays, April 9 - May 2810:30 AM -12:30 PM

Preventing Heart Disease, Cancer, and Alzheimer’s DiseaseWould you like to enjoy a healthy, long life, which sometimes seems elusive for people after they reach age fifty? These classes will explain why heart disease, stroke, and cancer are the major causes of death in the U.S. with poor diet and lifestyle as primary factors. See how marketing and lack of health educa-tion contribute to poor eating habits. Wendell is a Certified Food Over Medi-cine Instructor, who has never taken a prescription drug and has no known medical issues. He has given health pre-sentations in many venues, including Princess Cruises, Beach Cities Health & Fitness Center. Info is based on 40 years of health experience, training, and a variety of books. Class limit 98Instructor: Wendell Covalt, B.S. Civil Engineering from Purdue UN; MBA from Indiana U; Thursdays, May 6, 13, 20 (3 wks)2:00 -3:30 PM

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Financial Rules of the Road The road to financial independence begins with a few simple rules. Why are some people more successful investors than others? Are they luckier? (Prob-ably not.) Do they know a secret? (Definitely not.) There are no real secrets to investing, but there are rules you can follow to work toward your goals. The course will cover the most common investing mistakes and how to avoid them, inviting strategies to help you reach your long-term goals, and the 10 rules every investor should know. Class limit: 26Instructor: David Bassett-Parkins, Financial AdvisorThursdays, April 8 - May 273:00-4:30 PM

Alcohol Inks WorkshopPlaying with alcohol inks is messy, rewarding and fun! The colors are vibrant and the effects you can get are amazing. This course will com-bine brief lectures and demonstrations with time to create your own works of art. We’ll try “blowing” ink, spritz-ing alcohol and making Zentangle-Inspired Art (“ZIA”) over inked surfaces, among other adventures. Each class will begin with a lesson on a feature of alcohol inks. Students will then experiment, using their own inks to create unique artworks on a variety of instructor-supplied surfaces such as white ceramic tiles, plastic and special papers. Students will need to purchase six colors of alcohol inks. Questions about products, ink colors, where to purchase them? Contact the instructor at lisaspaperarts@gmail.com. If ordering items online, please allow time to have items in hand for the first class meeting. A $25 addi-tional supplies kit will be available at the OLLI office for cash purchase and pick-up. Complete directions will be mailed upon registration. Class limit: 15Instructor: Lisa MalmstenThursdays, April 8 - May 273:00 - 5:00 PM

THURSDAY FRIDAYBecoming WiseThis will be a facilitated discussion group using Krista Tippett’s book Becoming Wise: An Inquiry into the Art and Mystery of Living (try Amazon). It is expected that class members will participate actively – all opinions will be respected. Class limit: 20Instructor: Carolyn EstradaFridays, April 9 - May 289:00 -10:30 AM

Yoga on a ChairYoga is for Every Body! Chair Yoga provides yoga’s amazing health benefits including relaxation and a feeling of well-being, with adaptations for all levels of flexibility. This class uses breath, energy work, affirmation, visualization, and imagery as relaxation and mindfulness techniques. Students report better balance and stress management, along with increased strength and flexibility as a result of Chair Yoga! This Energy Medicine Yoga model is based on Lakshmi Voelker Chair Yoga (LVCY) and the Eden Energy Medicine model of Donna Eden. Class limit: 50Instructor: Claudia Ellano-OtaFridays, April 9 - May 28 12:30 - 1:45 PM

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Short Story Discussion Group Become a more active reader, explore themes both old and new, and partici-pate in stimulating and challenging dis-cussions with other class members. Each week we will read a short story from a wide range of writers and discuss what makes the story unique: themes, tech-niques, characters, atmosphere, etc. The results usually are stimulating and entertaining and sometimes surprising. Use your copy of The Scribner Anthol-ogy of Contemporary Short Fiction: 50 North American Stories Since 1970 (Lex Williford and Michael Martone,Eds.), Touchstone Books (Paper-back), December 2007 Class limit: 25Class Leader: Fern RamirezFridays, April 9 - May 281:00-3:00 PM

Bluegrass Music via ZoomPick one or all music sessions to increase your playing skills. Peer learn-ing with a Focus on The Fundamentals. 12:30-1:20 Beginning Bluegrass Guitar Level 2 Class limit: 201:30-2:20 Beginning Bluegrass Guitar Level 1 Class limit: 202:30-3:30 Bluegrass/Old Time Jam All instruments Class limit: 20 One Zoom link allows participation in all classes. Questions?? Contact frankswatek@hotmail.com Instructor: Frank SwatekAssistant Instructors: Mark Shutts and Dennis MurphyFridays, April 9 - May 28

Classics of the American Screen Watch these classics each week on YouTube at your leisure, and be ready on Fridays to discuss the contents, inside secrets, etc. with Jeff via Zoom. https://www.youtube.com/movies Rental fees are from $2.99 -$3.99 ea. Class limit:601. Hugo, 20112. The Last Picture Show, 1971 3. Network, 1976 4. High Anxiety, 19775. On the Waterfront, 1954 6. Bad Day at Blackrock,1955 7. The Man Who Knew Too Much, 19348. Midnight Cowboy,1969Instructor: Jeff HathcockFridays, April 9 - May 282:00-3:30 PM

Timeless FashionThis course will focus on timeless fash-ion for the ageless woman. We will look at color, first impressions, and how choosing the correct colors will make your skin and face glow with natural beauty. You will learn about your make-up and fashion personali-ties, which is key when selecting cloth-ing styles and make-up. Learn about the eight body types and how to best complement each one with clothing. Shop within your own wardrobe, create a core wardrobe, and use your acces-sories to create more looks to comple-ment your fashion personality and your individual style. Class limit: 35Instructor: Kathy Marshall, CIC, Certified Fashion ConsultantSaturdays, May 1 - 8- 15 (3 weeks)10:00-11:30 AM

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Connect with your GrandchildEach class we will discuss a differ-ent stage of development of a child, starting at early childhood (1-3 years). We will learn about current popular interests and school concepts in your grandchild's life. The goal is to be able to understand how to interact with your grandchild and to help with your grandchild's homework, if needed. Participants are encouraged to select a topic of interest to discuss in class. Class limit: 18Instructor: Rosalba Trujillo, BA-CSULB Child Development & Family Studies, In Progress: MS GerontologySaturdays, April 10 - May 2910:00-11:30 AM

Writing for WellnessWords can help you heal. The simple act of written expression is a miracle. Life threatening illnesses and trag-edies affect all of us. Through directed writing we can restore hope, com-passion, and care. Subjects include choosing happiness, recapturing joy, and capturing nature’s power. This class will not focus on grammar or professional writing but on express-ing oneself, and will help the writer heal. The class contents will be based on techniques in the book Writing for Wellness by Julie Davey. Books will be available for class use. Class limit 15. Instructor: Joan Smith Fridays, April 9 - May 2811:00 -12:30 PM

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SPECIAL EVENTS - FREEWhat is the Peace Corps?Many of us have at least vaguely heard of the Peace Corps or knew a crazy friend who ran off to a country we couldn’t find on a map—but what do they do really? And why?? What does it take to be a Peace Corps Volunteer? Well, my friends, I am here to answer all those questions and more. My name is Catherine Jerome and I am a Peace Corps rep-resentative for Cal State Long Beach. The Peace Corps is a federal agency that sends US Citizens to over 60 different countries to form cross-cul-tural connections and assist with community centered development work. My story starts in 2017, when I packed two weeks of clothes, and set off to live two years in Madagascar as a Community Health Advisor in the Peace Corps. I learned a unique language, helped local families take charge of their nutrition and healthy practices, and taught my community about the U.S. I ended up staying a third year, working with various NGOs and even the Ministry of Health. Now, as part of CSULB, I help others access and apply for this amazing opportunity to immerse yourself in a different culture, represent Americans abroad, and be of service. One of the best parts about the Peace Corps, is there is no one right time to join. Any American can join when they’re ready for an adventure. In fact, quite a few folks join the Peace Corps as older persons,

after the kids are grown, and retirement leaves them itching for something more. Join-ing us on February 24th, are three Peace Corps Volunteers who completed their ser-vices in Madagascar, Armenia, Rwanda, and North Macedonia, when they were 50 or older. They will share their stories of life abroad and answer your most pressing ques-tions. Come to listen to fun stories, learn something new, and see if joining the Peace Corps could be something you do too. Lastly, if you are the crazy friend of your group or are a returned Peace Corps Volunteer, please let me know! You are more than

welcome to share your experience at this event and others as well. The first event will be on Wednes-day, February 24th, from 3 to 4:30 pm PST on Zoom. Meeting ID: 815 3141 5493 Passcode: 273124 We'll send out the link to an April event later! For any questions, contact me at Catherine.jerome@csulb.edu. To request disability-related accommodations, complete the Bob Murphy Access Center Event Request Form.

Catherine Jerome

Pamela Watkins in Rwanda

After months of staying at home, do you want to have fun without hav-ing to travel? A SPAM® Museum virtual tour could be your answer. The SPAM® Museum virtual tour gives an inside look into the SPAM® Museum, located in Austin, Minnesota, and tells of Hormel Foods and the growth of the SPAM® brand throughout history and throughout the world. You’ll learn how Hormel Foods started 129 years ago, how SPAM® products played a role in WWII, what REALLY makes up SPAM® Classic, and so much more!

Monday May 3rd 3:00 – 5:00Share with Friends Zoom link will go out by email.

SPECIAL EVENTS - FREE

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ZOOM Advice FREE Discussion Groups Wednesdays, in April and May12:00 – 1:00 PM

Topics include: Senior Scams and Frauds April 7 and May 5

Handling Covid Stress & Are You Turning 65 for Medicare?

April 14 and May 12

Medicare and SSI Questions - What is "Medicare for All"?

April 21 and May 19

Save on the Costs of Prescription Drugs

April 28 and May 26

The Zoom link will be sent via email - Everyone invited!

Contact Steven Carr(562) 233-1400

zenisys@charter.net (Anytime)

The views of OLLI instructors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the Osher Lifelong Learning

Institute or CSULB.

LifeFit Virtual Programming

Virtual Programming Options: Group Fitness*,

Personal Training, Fitness Consul-tation/Wellness Coaching, and

Wellness Workshops!

LifeFit Virtual Group Fitness Schedule meets virtually Monday to Friday. Contact Life Fit for the

current class days and times.

*In addition to these live group fitness classes, LifeFit also has a virtual group fitness library with various group fitness formats available to participate in at your convenience.

Please email Ayla.Donlin@csulb.edu or phone

562 985 2072

CHHS continues to oversee LifeFit, a fee-based program that is separate from CSULB’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI). The two groups partner to sup-port active, healthy older adults.

Puccini Among FriendsGiacomo Puccini, for many the great-est composer of Italian opera, was loved for his melodic richness but per-haps most of all for his sentimental vulnerable soul. He lived in what could be called Puccini country, the Tuscan region of Italy and the village of Torre del Lago, his lifelong home where friends and family gathered and told stories. Some of the tales we’ll speak of are well known, others less so but when heard, remind us of the very hu-man heart of the composer and some-times his terrible mistakes. Of course, this talk is laced with excerpts from his operas, some famous, some less known but all memorable.Larry Verdugo, LA Opera EducatorWednesday May 12 1:30 – 3:00Save the Date - Share with Friends

Visit MOLAA virtually and enjoy the Arpilleras Exhibit to hear about a fan-tastic collection of textile art. More details will come in OLLI emails.

Thursday April 29 11:00 – 12:00

Save the Date Share Zoom link with Friends

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Atherton StreetCarpenter Center (CPAC)

Foundation Parking Lot

State University Dr. No pay needed with DMV blue placard at Green curb spaces

General Parking Lots G 12, 13, 14 & Parking Structures

Employee Lot E 6 with 9 ADA spaces

KIN 107 / 110LifeFit Center

Brotman Hall

Archery Fieldhouse

Bowling Lanes at University Student Union

The CSULB campus is closed and following COVID 19 restrictions.

We hope to be back in our regular places as soon as it is safe and healthy to do so!

Inspired To Teach?OLLI is looking for people who love to help others learn about technology or other passions. Share your skills in photography, games, social media, hardware, health / fitness applications, or anything else. All topics are welcome! Contact the OLLI office and become a volunteer Instructor or computer assistant! We are training members to also help with Zoom classes - co-hosting

and offering technical assistance.

* PA - Tower: Park Pacific Tower apartment building at 714 Pacific Ave. just across from the OLLI classroom building. * PA - suite 202: Enter from the “alley”/Solana Court between 7th and 8th streets. NO entrance from Pine Ave. Use the buzzer and wait for a sound to open the door. Classroom is up a flight of stairs. Access to a lift is available upon request.Parking Downtown• Metered street parking: two-hour limit, cash or cards Note the street sweeping signs on all streets.• Non-metered street parking: North of 8th St. on Pine Ave as well as neighborhood streets west of Pacific Ave. ** Limited parking is available behind the OLLI building ONLY with a temporary permit from the OLLI office displayed. Watch signs and spaces allowed. (marked Press-Telegram)* Take the Bus: Check bus schedules for routes to Pacific and 7th. Check LB Transit for Senior TAP cards for reduced travel.

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CSULB Parking Permits Community permits good for all General (G) lots are sold ONLINE per month. See Parking website for details or visit Brotman Hall. Daily rate is $10.00 in all lots - pay at a kiosk. The Foundation Lot attendant takes cash or credit cards for the $10 daily rate. Disabled parking is allowed in blue ADA spaces in any lot with a campus permit and a placard. The short term green curb spaces on State University Dr. allow FREE parking when a disabled placard is displayed. For more information, visit the CSULB parking website or contact Parking Services office (Merriam Way) 562-985-4146. Campus Shuttles operate during the CSULB Fall and Spring semesters only. Riders must present a CSULB ID card. Check details at www.csulbshuttle.com OR visit www.csulb.edu/maps for more info.

OLLI at CSULB Governing Council

Barbara White Executive Director

Len Jacobson PresidentGlenn Libby Vice PresidentKarin Covey TreasurerMary Meyer SecretaryPhyllis Spear Member-at-LargeGary Hoyt Member-at-LargeRick Adams CommunicationsJan Stein Communications Donna Hawk Education Karen McDonough Education Kathy Winkenwerder TechnologyWesley Peck TechnologyBarbara Norberg Member ServicesTBD Member ServicesNaida Tushnet President Emeritus

Members-at-Large represent the general membership at Governing Council meetings.

Member Services Working Group

Call office for dates or if you are interested in volunteering for activities.

Upcoming Governing Council Meetings: Mar 19 - April 16 - May 21

Meetings are held via Zoom

They are open to all OLLI members. Contact the office 562-985-8237

Use the Long Beach Transit website for all bus routes

www.lbtransit.com

American Gold Star Manor 3021 Gold Star Dr, Long Beach, CA

90810Classes planned for this residential community

located in the west side of Long Beach.

OLLI @ JCCAlpert Jewish Community Center

3801 East Willow Street, LB 90815Between Lakewood and Redondo Ave.

562-426-7601

OLLI @ AGSM

OLLI @ PINE AVE.

OLLI @ CSULB

Give a Gift of OLLI

Now more than ever OLLI needs your help.Did you know that over 55% of our new members have told us that they were referred by a friend? We appreciate

those referrals very much. We count on membership fees and class tuition to provide support for the classes each session. Please consider referring a friend to OLLI in 2021. A member-ship might be a great gift! Right now a half year membership is only $20.00. Zoom classes have plenty of available “seats” without the hassle of hunting for a parking space on the CSULB campus! No need to drive across town! Please share The SUN with your friends. In its digital version, it makes it easy to email to someone you know. A printed version

can be sent if you contact the office. Invite friends to join OLLI so they can also experience the joy of learning. We like to say that at OLLI you will Learn More ~ Age Less!

www.csulb.edu/olli

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Spring Registration Friday, March 12 starting at 9:00 AM ONLINE

All classes will be offered using ZOOM Mailed Registrations and checks are also accepted